CDL-A - Tanker Driver Instructor

Schneider; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Schneider is seeking a Tanker Driver Instructor to train new drivers in Houston, TX. The role focuses on teaching driving skills, safety, and performance feedback, using Schneider’s training academy guidelines and electronic systems.

You will facilitate on-the-job training, monitor student progress, and ensure DOT compliance while maintaining Schneider values and safe operations. This full-time position offers growth and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching driving skills aligned with Schneider Training Academy materials.
• Ability to coach and mentor effectively in a team environment.
• Willingness to adapt to changing business demands.
• Proficient with computer-based training systems.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and teach driving skills per guidelines.
• Facilitate on-the-job, in-truck training via tablet and Schneider workflow.
• Recognize and correct unsafe driving habits.
• Provide verbal and written feedback.
• Evaluate candidates not meeting expectations within timelines.
• Complete annual instructor re-certification and meet DOT requirements.
• Utilize electronic training for driver students.
• Other duties may include hauling freight.
• Exhibit professional behavior aligned with Schneider values.

Skills

Instructor experience

Coaching & mentoring

Professional attitude

Policy training

Word & Excel proficiency

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Tanker Driver Instructor

Home time: Daily

Experience: 12 months or greater CDL experience

Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 0615-1600.

Job Overview

• Demonstrate and teach driving skills and techniques that align with Schneider Training Academy guidelines and training materials.
• Facilitate on the job, in-truck training on the electronic tablet and Schneider’s workflow system.
• Recognize and correct unsafe driving habits.
• Provide verbal and written feedback and suggestions for improvement.
• Evaluate and provide updates on candidates who are not meeting expected levels of ability within set timelines.
• Complete annual Schneider instructor re-certification process and continually meet DOT requirements.
• Utilize and assign electronic computer-based training to driver students.
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned, and the scope of the job may change based on business demands, which could include hauling freight as needed.
• Exhibit professional behavior that aligns with Schneider values and standards.

Pay and bonus potential

• Competitive starting annual salary.
• Bi-monthly paychecks.
• Annual profit-sharing bonuses available.
• Paid vacation time available immediately after starting.

*Based on CDL driver experience, performance and location

Skills qualifications

• Previous instructor/training experience preferred.
• Ability to coach and mentor effectively in a team environment.
• Demonstrate a positive, professional attitude and the ability and willingness to accept change.
• Ability to learn, demonstrate and train Schneider’s company policies and procedures.
• Experience in Word, Excel, and other computer-based systems is a plus.

Driver qualifications

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• DOT physical card.
• Minimum 12 months of Class A driving experience.
• Tanker endorsement required at time of hire.
• HazMat endorsement required after starting - Schneider's self-paced online certification training will help you secure it.
• Follow and have a knowledge of company policies.
• Ability to coach and mentor effectively.
• Live within 50 miles of Houston, TX.

Additional benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.

More reasons to choose Schneider

• Resilient, values-based culture that drives safety first and always, integrity in every action, respect for all and excellence in all we do.
• Individual development opportunities through company-paid training, active leadership involvement and more than 170 online personal development courses.

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